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PM Modi highlights climate inequality, defends India's emissions record
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half of the global average and approximately six times lower than those of developed nations. He argued that placing the blame for carbon emissions on developing countries like India is incorrect. Modi also highlighted India's significant progress in environmental protection and clean energy initiatives. He emphasized the disparity in per capita emissions between developed and developing nations, asserting that the former emit substantially more.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (9): Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Haribhoomi, Hindustan Times, Mathrubhumi English, Outlook India, Telangana Today, The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express
- Right (1): Aaj Tak
- International (1): Deutsche Welle